Business Manager - Prodigy

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

The Business Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring efficient and effective management of resources, and driving strategic initiatives to achieve business goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement processes to achieve company goals and objectives based on budgets and forecasts.
• Oversee business operations, including billing, procurement, purchasing, accounts receivable and administrative functions.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, vendors, and partners.
• Identify and address operational challenges to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
• Analyze financial data and create reports to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Manage executive expense reconciliation.
• Ad Hoc special projects as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, financial accounting, management, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• Proven experience as a Business Manager or similar role.
• Strong understanding of business operations, financial management, and strategic planning.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and business management software (e.g., ERP, CRM).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter :

Usual office working conditions.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Possesses strong time management organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.

Is sensitive to sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image, as unique situations present themselves.

• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and displays such between all stakeholders : being courteous, professional, and helpful.
• Possesses excellent communication skills : Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing.
• Has the ability to be at work consistently, to be on time, to follow instructions, to respond to management direction and to solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Demonstrates proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Strives to implement best practices and positive character education consistently.

MAY PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• No physical exertion required.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.
• Light work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

FLSA OVERTIME CATEGORY

Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with Prodigy Learning salary and benefit policy.
• Length of the work year and hours of employment.
27 days ago